Toy Review - TFPrime Voyager Thundertron

[christalcase]

Series - Prime
Sub-line - Robots in Disguise
Size/class - Voyager
Wave - 4
New/remould/redeco - New
Released here - not yet (globally September 2012)
Approximate Retail Price - $40-50 (US$20-25 in America)
Approximate Size - unknown
Allegiance - Star Seeker
Alt-mode - Beast (Lion?)
Main Features/Gimmicks - weird weapon with LED light, detaching foot
Main Colours - blue, white, gold
Main Accessories - weapon, foot

Beast Mode:



Thundertron transforms into a generic beast mode that bears a resemblance to a lion. Probably the weaker mode as it has no pose-ability in the front legs. Pretty much everything is static but he does look good. He's well formed and while his rear legs may be awkward, they're hidden by the 'wings'. Personally, I think this is a very cool beast mode.

Transformation would be considered lazy and uninspired by a few people since Thundertron stands up on his hind legs, and with a bit of fiddle around with his forelegs (which was different and unexpected) you get the robot mode. It's very simple.

Robot Mode:



Robot mode is where Thundertron shines. He's is very well proportioned and the sculpting is excellent. His weapon is stupid (expected), the sword sculpt on it is very nice so I wished he came with a normal sword instead of this bulky light gimmick. His right foot detaches and has a peg to attach to his forearms. Main reason for this gimmick is because he was a space pirate in the Exiles book. The 'wings' in beast mode becomes a waist skirt which enhances the look. An awesome robot mode.

Overall, this is an awesome toy and well worth having. I think this the best Voyager in the Prime line (yes, even better than Dreadwing/Skyquake).

[Omega Metro]

I soo want this guy. Not generally into the animal formers but this guy looks great.

[griffin]

Official image...

[BigTransformerTrev]

I've got this guy along with Ultra Magnus & Skyquake on order from BBTS. Been there for a while but waiting for my Grimlock & Blaster to turn up so I can have it all shipped as one (the Auto cassettes/discs showed up today!). So will vote after they finally get here - I certainally HOPE he is worth having

[GoktimusPrime]

I was surprised to see that the toy's so small. I'm not a fan of Voyagers that are the size of a Deluxe, even if it's bulkier... already got 'experienced that with BM Megatron and Animated Lugnut & Bulkhead, and I was not impressed with either of those. So I might wait until I find this toy on sale before getting it.

[griffin]

Next to the JP version, which they called Leo Prime...



It's worth noting that the official images of Thundertron, have the robot chest bits wrong. The white panels are supposed to slide down, so that the clear panels on each side of the robot head can fold down further, revealing the robot head more.... otherwise you have several parts and hinges that don't get used in the transformation.

(BTW, ignore anything positive Christalcase says about this toy... It sucks so bad, the transformation is simpler than Beast Era Cheetor - which at least looked good in beast mode, unlike this one.)

[Omega Metro]

Leo Prime is good also. I really love this mould.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Just got my Thundertron out of the box and the first thing I ave to say is. WHAT THE HELL is wrong with his weapon??????? He has a 'light up battle sword' but it doesn't stay extended and the light barely lights up the blade at all. Add to that, he can't even hold it like a proper sword...

I haven't even looked at the figure yet, but that sword, yeessh.

[Omega Metro]

Just got my Thundertron out of the box and the first thing I ave to say is. WHAT THE HELL is wrong with his weapon??????? He has a 'light up battle sword' but it doesn't stay extended and the light barely lights up the blade at all. Add to that, he can't even hold it like a proper sword...

I haven't even looked at the figure yet, but that sword, yeessh.

Apparently there's some simple modification you can do to his sword so its a proper sword. I think it was on YouTube.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Apparently there's some simple modification you can do to his sword so its a proper sword. I think it was on YouTube.

OOH! Thanks, will get googling.

Just TFed him and well, the instructions are certainly rubbish all right. Throw them away and do it yourself I recommend.

My, what a static lion mode. He can't even open/close his mouth? It's a good thing I like th colours and look of this guy. And the peg leg I prefer Thundertron over Leo Prime, mainly coz of the pirate thing and a new character